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HIV-1 Qualitative PCR (Birth - 18months)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Investigation of children up to 18 months of age with perinatal HIV-1 exposure.
For other diagnostic HIV tests, see 'HIV Serology' and 'HIV-1/HIV-2 Qualitative NAT'.
For HIV monitoring, see 'HIV Viral Load'. |
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Availability:
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As requested. |
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Code:
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VHIVP |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Not Applicable
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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EDTA with gel-PPT (PEARL), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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1mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Dedicated sample required. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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EDTA (LAVENDER) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge, but do not aliquot, sample within 72 hours of collection. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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350uL plasma |
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Stability:
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24 hours ambient (Whole blood); 6 days chilled (Centrifuged) |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Molecular Diagnostics |
Microbiology |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8022 |
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Last Updated : 21-05-2024 15:34 |